We believe everyone plays a role in educating the next generation.
Through advocacy, professional development, accreditation and innovation, Michigan Association of Non-public Schools (MANS) ensures high-quality educational choice for Michigan’s parents.
Our Core Services
Advocacy
MANS is the public policy voice for non-public schools in the state of Michigan.
MANS pursues every opportunity to advance equity for faith-based schools and the network of non-public schools in Michigan.
Professional development
MANS works collaboratively to meet the professional learning needs of administrators and teachers.
In partnership with our constituency groups, MANS provides Christ-centered professional learning opportunities that convene members for unique learning experiences while maximizing efficiencies and addressing local needs.
Upcoming Event
MNSAA Accreditation
Providing nationally recognized school accrediting services since 1984.
Through the Michigan Non-public School Accrediting Association (MNSAA) we provide a rigorous process of school accreditation that emphasizes school improvement within the framework of a faith-based educational setting.
Innovation
Connecting MANS members to valuable resources.
MANS works to identify and respond to member needs by seeking efficiencies and services that benefit operations at the constituency and school levels.
Thank you to our Business Partners!
Keep in Touch
Stay up to date with the latest information impacting non-public schools.
Legislative e-News includes the latest on legislative and regulatory issues (view archive). MANS Notes includes the latest information impacting non-public schools (view archive).
Recent News & Alerts
- PopIn2Win: A Classroom Grant for Teachers - The Meemic Foundation New month, new chance to win for your classroom. Take advantage of this opportunity to win a butterfly kit for your classroom. All you have to do is "Pop In"!
Congratulations to All Saints Catholic School in Canton for being ... - The Future Of Private Schools "Expanding private education will require a mix of increased access to public funds and decreased costs".
Private schools have been and will continue to be part of the American education landscape. The question for our time is, who will be ... - 2019 Early Bird Drawing It's the early bird drawing day! All those who registered for the 2019 Administrators' Conference during the early bird rate period were entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card and an overnight at Mission Point Resort. Congratulations ...
- Meijer is giving teachers 15 percent off at all stores through September Attention Teachers! Take advantage of this awesome offer. Thank you to Meijer for recognizing the hard work and dedication of teachers!
Teachers looking to gear up for back-to-school season are able to get a discount at all Meijer stores, the ... - Congratulations to Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (GTACS) as they dedicate the new Immaculate Conception Elementary. Bless all who have worked so hard on the school and all the students who will grow and learn in it in the years ...
- Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative Join The Epic Classroom- Trevor Muir as you learn hands-on activities on how to brainstorm, plan, and manage projects. Using project planning tools, participants will start designing their first projects, and will be equipped to finish the designs on their ...
- Interested in winning one of the 2019 Administrators' Conference door prizes early? Make sure to register for the conference by August 15th at the Early Bird rate in order to be eligible! Register here: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=2553934
- Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative Join Catapult Learning on August 24, 2019 in Dearborn, Michigan for training on Differentiation to Enhance Learning & Effective Classroom Management! Register soon for this professional learning opportunity being offered at a discount to all Michigan non-public schools through the ...
- Only a few more days to catch the early bird rate for the 2019 Administrators' Conference! It ends on August 15th. Learn more: https://m-a-n-s.org/product/2019-administrators-conference/
- Spirit Wear for MANS 2019 Administrators' Conference Share your school spirit with other faith-based administrators at the 2019 MANS Administrators' Conference by donating some spirit wear for the raffle drawing. Learn more: https://conta.cc/31x3xdw
- Constant Contact : File Not Found Share your school spirit with other faith-based administrators at the 2019 MANS Administrators' Conference by donating some spirit wear for the raffle drawing.
Contact Molly Koll (mkoll@m-a-n-s.org) if you are interested in donating an item for the raffle.
If you ... - 1st Annual Meemic Foundation Teacher Swap! - Powered by Eventzilla Attend the Meemic Foundation’s first ever Teacher Swap on August 17th in Auburn Hills, Michigan if you would like to swap, sell, or add gently used educational items to your classroom. The event is free, but you must register to ...
- Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative The Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative is offering three opportunities in Saginaw, Manistique, and Kalamazoo for NWEA training in August and September. Learn more about the session topics: https://miequitableservice.com/events/
Register for August and September NWEA training soon! The MESC is offering ... - Teacher Grants for Schools and Classrooms Apply for a $50 grant through Meemic to use exclusively with Teachers Pay Teachers on their online market of educator resources.
The Meemic Foundation is pleased to provide grant opportunities for teachers and educators in schools, colleges and universities. - Overview of Standards for Professional Learning We are partnering with Learning Forward to advance the strength of leaders within our schools for the 2019 Administrators' Conference on October 16-18 in Acme, Michigan. Learn more about the conference and the Learning Forward Standards for Professional Learning here: ...
- Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative Receive discounted professional development from NWEA, Catapult Learning, and The Epic Classroom- Trevor Muir through the Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative! Learn more about the events here: https://conta.cc/2yVTHpj
Don't miss these August and September professional learning opportunities through NWEA, Catapult Learning, ... - Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Boost the Success Rate of Your Online... Join Michigan Virtual for the kick-off of their new webinar series on Tuesday, August 20 @ 9 a.m. In their first webinar, they'll share best practices for building an effective mentoring program, including tips and tricks for supporting mentors as ...
- Joy in the Journey Remember to keep all teachers in your prayers as they transition back into the classroom and prepare for the new school year!
Start praying now, even if you don’t know his/her name! ❤️
Michigan Association of Non-public Schools shared a ... - Congratulation to Sara Kuperus on receiving the 2019 MANS Faith-filled Office Professional Award
Sara is in her 25th year of service at Allendale Christian School Allendale Christian, as the Administrative Assistant. She has been a constant presence through five administrators. ... - Have you heard? The Early Bird rate for the 2019 MANS Administrators' Conference has been extended! Learn more here: https://conta.cc/2SFsQGU
- Photos from Michigan Association of Non-public Schools's post What a wonderful day at Creating Pathways toward School Success retreat! We welcomed more than 35 administrative assistants from across the state for a day of learning and networking. We spent time during lunch to focus on self-care. Thank you ...
- Don't forget about the Schoolbelles School Uniforms discounted item of the month! Throughout the month of August, receive a discount on custom spirit or sports wear bulk orders.
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- Interested in winning one of the 2019 Administrators' Conference door prizes early? Make sure to register for the conference by August 15th at the Early Bird rate in order to be eligible! Register here: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=2553934
- Michigan Association of Non-public Schools's cover photo Join the Michigan Association of Non-public Schools for the 2019 MANS Administrators' Conference on October 16th-18th. You will explore strategies to become advocates for your own learning, build communities of learners in a cycle of continuous improvement, give precise feedback, ...
- Only one more day to register for Creating Pathways! This full day of learning and networking is designed to meet the professional development needs of one of your school's most important ambassadors - your administrative assistant or secretary. Learn more ...
- The Early Bird rate for the 2019 Administrators' Conference is being extended to August 15, 2019. Everyone who registers by August 15th will be entered into a drawing for a one night stay at the Mission Point Resort and a ...
- Angela Naylor, Assistant to the Superintendent in the Archdiocese of Detroit, will be speaking about what it means to be the "Gatekeeper" of a school at Creating Pathways. Learn more about our lineup of speakers here: https://conta.cc/2YcNdfF